Security Specialist

Recruiter:

A 1L Realization (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

JHB000020/DK

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 28, 2021

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

Salary:

Hourly

SUMMARY:
Our client in a Telecom industry is looking for a Security Specialist for a 12 months contract role.

POSITION INFO:

Security Specialist will implement and maintain the security systems. He/she will be responsible for preventing unauthorized access to our data and responding to privacy breaches.

Key accountabilities:

Analyze IT specifications to assess security risks
Design and implement safety measures and data recovery plans
Install, configure and upgrade security software
Secure networks through firewalls, password protection and other systems
Inspect hardware for vulnerable points of access
Monitor network activity to identify issues early and communicate them to IT teams
Act on privacy breaches and malware threats
Serve as a security expert and conduct trainings when needed

Core competencies, knowledge and experience:

Proven experience as a Computer Security Specialist
Knowledge of patch management and server advantageous
An analytical mind with excellent problem-solving ability
Programming skills are preferred
BSc/BA in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field

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